PASC exam-day guide
PASC · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the original, unexpired ID in the name you registered with. Confirm with the provider which specific forms of ID are accepted and whether a secondary ID is required.
Exam appointment confirmation
Have your scheduling confirmation, confirmation number, and the provider's contact/customer-service number saved offline in case of check-in problems.
Know your test delivery format and location
Confirm whether you are testing at a test center or via remote proctoring, and the exact address or software/platform you must launch. Confirm with the provider.
Arrival/check-in time
Arrive earlier than your scheduled start to allow for ID checks and security screening. Confirm the provider's recommended arrival window.
Permitted aids list
Confirm with the provider exactly what is allowed (e.g., calculator type, scratch paper/whiteboard, reference sheet, pen). Do not assume; rules vary by program.
Personal items plan
Most testing environments restrict phones, watches, bags, notes, and food/drink at the workstation. Confirm storage rules and leave non-essential items at home or in your vehicle.
Remote-testing environment prep (if applicable)
If testing remotely, confirm system requirements, run the equipment check in advance, and clear your desk/room per the provider's rules. Confirm webcam, microphone, and internet requirements with the provider.
Break and timing policy
Confirm with the provider whether breaks are scheduled or optional, whether the clock stops during breaks, and any check-out/check-in procedure for leaving the room.
Scoring and results timing
Confirm how the exam is scored, whether you receive a preliminary or official score, and when/how results are released. Do not rely on secondhand information.
Rest, logistics, and backup plan
Plan travel time, parking/transit, meals, and hydration around the appointment. Identify a backup contact and a fallback plan for delays or technical issues.
Special accommodations (if needed)
If you require accommodations, confirm approval and logistics with the provider well before exam day. Approval timelines are provider-specific; confirm with the provider.
Plan the day
Stop learning new material. Review high-yield summaries, formulas, and your own error log. Confirm appointment details, ID, location or remote-testing setup, and permitted aids. Protect sleep and avoid cramming.
Do a light review only. Prepare and lay out your ID, confirmation, and any permitted items. Confirm travel/room setup, run any required system check, set alarms, and get a full night's sleep. Avoid alcohol and heavy meals late in the day.
Eat a normal meal, hydrate moderately, and arrive/check in early per the provider's instructions. Leave phones and restricted items stored as directed. Do a brief calm-down routine; do not attempt last-minute deep study.
Read each question carefully and watch for qualifiers and negatives. Answer in your own order if the platform allows flagging and review; otherwise budget time per question and move on from stalls. Use breaks only as permitted, track remaining time, and confirm your answers are submitted before time expires.
Rules to check
Present valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID matching your registration; confirm accepted ID forms with the provider before exam day.
Follow all proctor and test-center instructions, including security screening and room/desk rules; failure to comply can result in dismissal.
Do not bring or use unauthorized materials or devices (phones, watches, notes, outside reference) at the workstation; confirm the permitted-aids list with the provider.
Do not communicate with others about exam content during the test or afterward; exam content is confidential per the provider's agreement.
Breaks, if any, follow the provider's policy; confirm whether the clock runs during breaks and the check-out/check-in procedure.
Scoring, passing standards, and results-release timing are set by the provider; confirm the specifics and any retake policy with the provider rather than relying on assumptions.
Report any technical problem or irregularity to the proctor or provider immediately and follow their documented procedure.
If you test remotely, comply with the provider's environment and equipment requirements and keep your workspace clear and visible as instructed.